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PN53 ZYK

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,898 mi
Last recorded29,898 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 ZYK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2021 29,898 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 29,898 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 29,440 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 May 2018 28,433 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 May 2018 28,433 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing Exhaust clamp (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,171 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 24,257 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 24,257 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Main Beam Not Working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 19,545 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 17,310 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 15,029 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,405 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 12,643 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 12,251 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 11,205 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 8,507 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 7,549 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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PN53 ZYK is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN53 ZYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN53 ZYK registered?

PN53 ZYK is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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